You Are Heroic with Brian Johnson

In today's Heroic Chat, we are joined by Donald Robertson. Donald Robertson is an integrative psychotherapist and trainer who specializes in the treatment of anxiety and the use of cognitive-behavioral approaches to clinical hypnotherapy. He is the author of a number of articles on philosophy and psychotherapy in professional journals and the author of 'How to Think Like a Roman Emperor', 'Verissimus', and 'Stoicism and the Art of Happiness'. He is also the author of 'The Philosophy of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy'. Get the full show notes here: https://www.heroic.us/optimize/heroic-chat-donald-robertson Move from Theory to Practice to Mastery: 'Areté: Activate Your Heroic Potential' is now available in stores! Purchase your copy TODAY: https://heroic.us/arete Listen to the first 45+ minutes of the audiobook here: https://www.heroic.us/optimize/the-book/audiobook-preview Join over 13,000+ people from 115+ countries who have answered the call to their Heroic quests: https://heroic.us/coach More goodness: Download the Heroic app: http://heroic.us/app-download Grab some Heroic swag: https://store-heroic.myshopify.com/ Become a Heroic Ambassador: http://heroic.us/ambassador - Get in touch: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HeroicBrian LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heroicbrian/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/heroicbrian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heroicbrian Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heroicbrian/ Email: support@heroic.us

Dive into the art of balancing ambition and acceptance! Explore ancient Stoic philosophy that emphasizes the importance of setting goals while embracing uncertainty. Discover the metaphor of Apollo, the archer, as a guide to focus on the journey rather than the destination. Learn how finding peace in reality can spark personal growth and unleash your heroic potential.

In today's Heroic Chat, we are joined by Steve Chandler. Steve Chandler is the author of '100 Ways to Motivate Yourself', '100 Ways to Motivate Others', 'The Story of You', and 'The Hands-off Manager' (all Career Press). He is a celebrated public speaker and corporate trainer who delivers relationship and motivational workshops throughout the United States and Canada. He is also the author of 'Time Warrior', 'Fearless', 'Wealth Warrior', 'Crazy Good', 'Reinventing Yourself', and 'CREATOR'. Get the full show notes here: https://www.heroic.us/optimize/heroic-chat-steve-chandler Move from Theory to Practice to Mastery: 'Areté: Activate Your Heroic Potential' is now available in stores! Purchase your copy TODAY: https://heroic.us/arete Listen to the first 45+ minutes of the audiobook here: https://www.heroic.us/optimize/the-book/audiobook-preview Join over 13,000+ people from 115+ countries who have answered the call to their Heroic quests: https://heroic.us/coach More goodness: Download the Heroic app: http://heroic.us/app-download Grab some Heroic swag: https://store-heroic.myshopify.com/ Become a Heroic Ambassador: http://heroic.us/ambassador - Get in touch: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HeroicBrian LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heroicbrian/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/heroicbrian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heroicbrian Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heroicbrian/ Email: support@heroic.us

Ancient Stoic observations on how moral blindness shields people from criticism. A reflection on why approval from those who dislike themselves is meaningless. A look at how self-loathing fuels projection and quick negativity. Practical prompts to pause and self-check before reacting.

In today's Heroic Chat, we are joined by Pilar Gerasimo. Pilar Gerasimo is an award-winning health journalist, founding editor-in-chief of Experience Life magazine (national paid circulation 750,000; estimated reach 3.2 million), and the creative force behind the popular mobile app, "101 Revolutionary Ways to Be Healthy. She is the author of 'The Healthy Deviant'. Get the full show notes here: https://www.heroic.us/optimize/heroic-chat-pilar-gerasimo Move from Theory to Practice to Mastery: 'Areté: Activate Your Heroic Potential' is now available in stores! Purchase your copy TODAY: https://heroic.us/arete Listen to the first 45+ minutes of the audiobook here: https://www.heroic.us/optimize/the-book/audiobook-preview Join over 13,000+ people from 115+ countries who have answered the call to their Heroic quests: https://heroic.us/coach More goodness: Download the Heroic app: http://heroic.us/app-download Grab some Heroic swag: https://store-heroic.myshopify.com/ Become a Heroic Ambassador: http://heroic.us/ambassador - Get in touch: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HeroicBrian LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heroicbrian/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/heroicbrian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heroicbrian Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heroicbrian/ Email: support@heroic.us

A guided look at building an indestructible mindset through persistence and practical practice. Listeners hear ideas about seeking real solutions instead of false hope. Obstacles are reframed as the route to victory. The message emphasizes turning challenges into personal value and relentless progress.

In today's Heroic Chat, we are joined by Mark Divine. Mark Divine is an expert in human performance as it is displayed in mental toughness, leadership and physical readiness. His work is based on an integral warrior-leader model that he developed and tested on over a thousand special operations candidates worldwide. He is the author of Staring Down the Wolf, The Way of the SEAL, and Unbeatable Mind. Get the full show notes here: https://www.heroic.us/optimize/heroic-chat-mark-divine Move from Theory to Practice to Mastery: 'Areté: Activate Your Heroic Potential' is now available in stores! Purchase your copy TODAY: https://heroic.us/arete Listen to the first 45+ minutes of the audiobook here: https://www.heroic.us/optimize/the-book/audiobook-preview Join over 13,000+ people from 115+ countries who have answered the call to their Heroic quests: https://heroic.us/coach More goodness: Download the Heroic app: http://heroic.us/app-download Grab some Heroic swag: https://store-heroic.myshopify.com/ Become a Heroic Ambassador: http://heroic.us/ambassador - Get in touch: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HeroicBrian LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heroicbrian/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/heroicbrian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heroicbrian Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heroicbrian/ Email: support@heroic.us

Explore the gap between your potential and current self, where discontent and anxiety often arise. Discover the Greek concept of eudaimonia, emphasizing the pursuit of flourishing and well-being. Learn about 'arete,' the essence of virtue and excellence, and how to make choices that align with your highest self. Brian encourages celebrating your inner daimon to unlock your true potential and invites you to embrace the joy of flourishing in everyday life.

In today's Heroic Chat, we are joined by Tal Ben-Shahar. Tal Ben-Shahar is an author and lecturer. He taught two of the largest classes in Harvard University's history, Positive Psychology and The Psychology of Leadership. Join us as Tal helps us "bring happiness to life." He is the author of Choose the Life You Want, Happier, and The Pursuit of Perfect. Get the full show notes here: https://www.heroic.us/optimize/heroic-chat-tal-ben-shahar Move from Theory to Practice to Mastery: 'Areté: Activate Your Heroic Potential' is now available in stores! Purchase your copy TODAY: https://heroic.us/arete Listen to the first 45+ minutes of the audiobook here: https://www.heroic.us/optimize/the-book/audiobook-preview Join over 13,000+ people from 115+ countries who have answered the call to their Heroic quests: https://heroic.us/coach More goodness: Download the Heroic app: http://heroic.us/app-download Grab some Heroic swag: https://store-heroic.myshopify.com/ Become a Heroic Ambassador: http://heroic.us/ambassador - Get in touch: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HeroicBrian LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heroicbrian/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/heroicbrian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heroicbrian Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heroicbrian/ Email: support@heroic.us

A close reading of Martin Luther King Jr.'s street‑sweeper metaphor and why the original sermon matters. A look at how to treat ordinary work as a calling and pursue artistic excellence in daily tasks. An invitation to reframe small actions as part of a larger, heroic practice.